SCHOOL NEWS 

MEET BILLY THE THERAPY DOG

Meet Billy! Billy is an accredited Therapy Dog who works with school counsellor Emma McLachlan, Tuesday and Wednesday at our Eastern Campus. Billy has undergone intensive training to be suitable to work in a school setting, and he wears a special identification coat when at school.

Billy is extremely patient, affectionate and loyal. Billy loves getting pats and tummy rubs, other times he sits quietly in student wellbeing while Emma supports students. Research has shown that dogs are remarkable at lowering stress and anxiety levels, and improving mood. Billy has already been a great addition to student wellbeing providing comfort and joy to those that meet him. Billy looks forward to his days at Rowville Secondary College and the challenges that come his way.

INTRODUCING OUR FRENCH EXCHANGE STUDENT 

Introducing Laura Klock our French Exchange Student in Year 10 who joined our RSA Basketball program in term 2. Recently Laura participated in an Amazing Race activity for international students hosted at the Melbourne Zoo. Laura said “The meeting of international students of Melbourne was a great experience - funny and interesting. After participating in activities, we listened to a gentleman talking about the benefits of studying abroad for students and families who welcome them. If you have the opportunity to study abroad or welcome a student do it!” We also interviewed Laura about her move to Rowville Secondary College.

1. What city/suburb are you from in France?

I’m from Chalon sur Saone in Burgundy (East Centre of France).

2.   What are you most excited about coming to Rowville Secondary College?

I’m excited about meeting new people every day - because we learn about a country because of the inhabitants of this one. I’m excited too about joining the basketball program and having the opportunity to use the equipment and gyms.

3.   How does school differ between here and back home?

First, the school hours are not the same - we start earlier (8am) and finish later (6pm) in France. Because of my basketball activity after school hours, I usually finish my day at 8pm. Moreover we don’t wear a uniform in my high school. The lunch time is much bigger than in Australia because we have a real meal in a self-service environment. Everyone eats at the same place in the same time on big tables. Unlike RSC, my high school is a single 3 floor building. The high school in France receives only 3 years: the seconds (16 years), the first (17 years) and the terminals (18 years).

FOOTBALL FOR FRIENDSHIP SENDS RSA STUDENT TO WORLD CUP 

The 2018 Football for Friendship (F4F) programme is transforming a FIFA World Cup dream into reality for our Year 7 student Luca Durso who has been selected to fly to Russia to represent Australia at the F4F programme.

Durso will represent Australia as a Player giving the country even more presence ahead of the 2018 FIFA World Cup. He will join other 12-year-old football players and journalists from 211 countries and regions to participate in the 8-day programme.

Visit our website to read the full story plus our recap from our recent Football for Friendship match.

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VICTORIAN STATE SCHOOLS SPECTACULAR 2018  

We're super excited and proud to announce that once again, a large number of our RIA students will be featuring in this year's Victorian State Schools Spectacular in September. Congratulations goes to:

• Tim Mason
• Alexander Soh
• Alison Hughes
• Ashley Lucey-Jannert
• Bridie Winder
• Briellyn Miller
• Broc Calwell
• Cassandra Jupi
• Daniel Tohill
• Dion Kapralos
• Ebony-Rose Dossetter
• Elisha Blood
• Feng-Mao Liu
• Holly Parker
• Joshua Douglas
• Phoebe Jansz
• Shariz Roca
• Shirvaun McGrath
• Tara Bell
• Tatiana Danyluk
• Taylah Neal
• Thomas Myszka!

Our students will be representing RIA as Ensemble and Principal Dancers; Choir, Backing and Principal Vocalists; Production Crew; Musicians and, of course, our amazing Circus Artiste and Magician! Congratulations all!

PROSPECTIVE FAMILIES FLOCK TO PROGRAM INFO NIGHTS

Over the last two weeks we held our program specific Information Nights for Rowville Institute of the Arts, Rowville Maths & Science Academy, Rowville General Excellence and Rowville Sports Academy. We were very pleased to have close to 350 families come along to hear about our four exciting learning programs and listen to our students and teachers. Thank you to everyone who helped make these nights a big success.  

DOWNLOAD NEW PROSPECTUS

We recently launched our new school prospectus for anyone interested in finding out more about our One Great School. If you know of any families who may be interested in RSC - please share this with them.  Download here >>  

YEAR 8 MEDIEVAL DAY

Year 8 experienced our first Medieval Day last week. The day was an interactive educational experience, where students were able to learn about weaponry and armour, sword fighting, crime and punishment, dancing, and heraldry. The students had a fun day, dressing in real armour and trying their hand at fighting a trained swordsman.

MEET OUR SCHOOL STAFF

Visit our website to meet some of our wonderful and talented staff at the college. We have been adding a new person each week.

WHOLE SCHOOL ATHLETICS DAY

What a fantastic day we all had at our Whole School Athletics Day on Tuesday 1st May. It was brilliant to see so many students and teachers dressing up in their house colours and giving many events a go throughout the day. The three-legged races, tug of war, photo booth, banner painting were just some of the house activities that students got involved in as well as the traditional track and field events. The competition between houses was fierce but there could only be one winner which was…Blue House with 1,156 points. Congratulations to everyone on an amazing and memorable day. Read our great student feedback below.

House point totals:

• 1st – Blue House – 1,156 points
• 2nd – Yellow House – 1,102 points
• 3rd – Red House – 1,023 points
• 4th – Green House – 974 points

"It was good fun, more enjoyable than previous years with the extra activities available!”

“I loved athletics day this year. I enjoyed having all the extra activities like face painting.”

“Athletics day was fun! This years was better than previous years. I liked the extra activities like banner painting.”

“Athletics day was great. The house system was an amazing idea, it brings the whole school together! The events and activities were great!”

Written by Keira Wills, Sports & House Competition Coordinator.

Thank you for the outstanding photos taken by Shirvaun McGrath (Year 12), Thomas Esslinger  (Year 8)  &  Brooke Eggert  (Year 11). 

REACHING OUT BECAUSE WE CAN

Students from our Blue House at the West are collecting donations to help make up 'You are Special'  food bags for the homeless. If you'd like to donate to this great cause please drop off your donations at the West Reception Attention to Jane Zaal. 

About Reaching Out Because We Can

This  organisation has been helping the homeless community of Melbourne for over 2 years. They make up over 100 - 200 ‘You are Special’ food bags each week to be handed out, filled with non perishable food items. 

How you can help? Visit there Facebook page for more information OR please drop off any donations to our Western Campus Reception Attention Jane Zaal.